Sumbe
Sumbe is a coastal town in Angola with a fun, punchy beach break that works on SW swells. The waves are hollow and fast, offering good barrels on smaller days and fun walls on bigger swells. The town itself has seen better days but offers a glimpse into colonial-era Angola.
Sumbe surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Direction range
- 210° - 270°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (45°)
- Offshore range
- 20° - 90°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 2m
Water temp
24°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Beach break with hollow fast fun waves. Remote location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Sumbe?
The Sumbe profile favors low to mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 2m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Sumbe?
The Sumbe profile uses wind from NE (45°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 20° to 90°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Sumbe?
The Sumbe scoring profile favors swell from SW (210° to 270°), a swell-height range of 0.8m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 12s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Sumbe?
The main season at Sumbe is Apr-Sep. A secondary window runs Mar, Oct. SW swell season. Beach break with hollow fast fun waves.
How do I get to Sumbe?
The spot profile lists LAD as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 210 minutes. Beach break with hollow fast fun waves. Remote location.
What kind of wave is Sumbe?
Sumbe is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Apr-Sep
Secondary: Mar, Oct
SW swell season. Beach break with hollow fast fun waves.